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The Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort is located in New Cumberland. It is one of five West Virginia casinos.

The Mountaineer is in the farthest northern outpost of West Virginia. The property sits on the eastern bank of the Ohio River, which forms the border between West Virginia and Ohio.

Oddly enough, despite the casino’s location, its closest large city is Pittsburgh. The city in western Pennsylvania is merely 45 miles east of the property.

Gaming company Eldorado Resorts owns the Mountaineer. The company owns 21 properties, but this is its only West Virginia one. Eldorado Resorts also has a partnership with sports betting giant William Hill Sportsbook.

Mountaineer sports betting

On Oct. 22, The Mountaineer applied for a sports betting license. The casino officially launched sports betting on Nov. 21. Its William Hill Sports Book features a video wall showcasing numerous games, HD televisions and plenty of seating.

The Mountaineer marks three of five WV casinos with sports betting licenses that have actually launched betting. WV Lottery officials have stated several times that they expect functional sportsbooks at all five casinos before 2018 ends.

Mobile sports betting

The launch was the fourth for mobile sports betting in West Virginia. The app is available for both Android and Apple (iOS) users.

Casino and racetrack

The Mountaineer is not a small operation, considering its location. Even though Pittsburgh is less than an hour away, the casino is competing with some of the closer options to Steel City.

That said, the Mountaineer acquits itself well with the options for bettors. There are plenty of games to play.

Slots

Mountaineer has over 1,525 slot machines to offer patrons for play. The games spread across 78,000 square feet of gaming space.

The slot machine options include several video poker machines. Jackpots at the machines can award prizes in the five-digit range.

The space features both a smoking pavilion and a large non-smoking area. There is also a high-limit area with machine limits as high as $100 per spin.

Table games

The Mountaineer offers 36 table games with a variety of games for play. Those games include:

• Craps
• Blackjack (which includes side betting In-Bet In Between)
• Roulette
• Three Card Poker
• Texas Hold’em Bonus
• Let It Ride
• Mississippi Stud
• Four Card Poker
• Spanish 21

Poker

The Mountaineer offers the River Poker Room for guests looking to win big on the felt. The room is open 24 hours a day.

River Poker Room offers several promotions to poker players at the Mountaineer. Some of the promos are:

• Happy Hour Hand – Sundays, noon – midnight
• $50 High Hand – Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon – midnight
• Jokers Wild High Hand – Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. – midnight
• Win a Bounty Seat – Monday – Thursday and Sunday, all day

The room also offers tournaments on several days in the week. They include a rebuy tournament on Mondays, two Wednesday tournaments, and a $120 bounty tournament on the last Sunday of the month.

Racing

Like most West Virginia casinos, Mountaineer features a horse racing track that has live racing year-round. West Virginia online horse betting takes place on at TVG, as William Hill, the online sportsbook partnered with Mountaineer does not offer racing.

The signature event at the track is the grade-3 $200,000 Governor’s Purse. The event runs in early August each year.

The Mountaineer’s track is a turf surface, which is unusual for most tracks in the area — most are dirt tracks. However, the track’s handle was over $1 million last year, making the track a destination for many racing aficionados.

Promotions

Any patron of the Mountaineer can join the ONE Club membership program. The ONE Club allows players to acquire points good for redemption at any Eldorado property.

There are also several running promotions at Mountaineer that can put money in your pocket. Some of them are:

• 3x Tier Points
  • Mondays, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• 50 for 50
  • Players 50 or older can win $50 in Free Play
  • Tuesdays, 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Player’s Choice
  • Earn 35 Tier points and swipe at a ONE Club kiosk
  • Receive $10 Free Play or a $10 food voucher
  • Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Blackjack Tournament
  • $1,000 guaranteed prize pool
  • Occurs in Pit #3
  • Wednesdays, 3 p.m. for Early Bird Registration
• Wheel of Funds
  • Spin to win up to $500 in Free Play
  • Fridays in August, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Beat the Heat Hot Seat
  • On September 8, 3 winners win $100 in Free Play every 20 minutes
  • Promo runs from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Begin earning entries with play on or after September 1
• $28,000 Football Frenzy
  • Earn entries for drawings to win up to $500 in Free Play
  • Fridays in September, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Accommodations and dining

The hotel at the Mountaineer features both rooms and suites for guests to relax. They range from 390 square-foot rooms to spacious 760 square-foot suites.

There are also five different places to eat at The Mountaineer. They are:

• LBV Steak and Pasta
• Mahogany Sports Bar
• Big Al’s (casual dining, open 24/7)
• Gatsby Restaurant & Buffet
• Vickar’s (racetrack food venue)

Amenities and entertainment

Playing in the casino is not the only thing to do at The Mountaineer. There are a host of other activities at the resort.

The chief among these is the Woodview Golf Course. This course, minutes from the property, is a full 18-hole course with par 72.

The course plays over 6,000 yards from the blue tees. Guests at the Mountaineer are able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of northern West Virginia while they play a round.

If relaxation is more your style, the Spa at Mountaineer is waiting. Patrons can find a wide variety of available services, including massage, facials, nail care and hair care.

Guests can also tone at the fitness center. The center is open 24 hours a day.

Finally, the shopping patron can find plenty to buy at the Gift Shop at Mountaineer. Shoppers can find anything from fine jewelry to snacks, all in the same shop.

We often don’t think of West Virginia as a mini Las Vegas but little do many of us know at its northern tip in the town of New Cumberland lies the famous Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, and Resort. And yes, the casino is often buzzing day and night, making it the ultimate destination if you’re passing through.

So, where is this somewhat secluded casino? Right on the Ohio-West Virginia border and about 40 miles northwest of good old Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. So, if you’re traveling through the Upper Ohio Valley and casino gaming is your thing, be sure to check out West Virginia gambling at Mountaineer.

You’ll be glad you did.

History of Mountaineer Casino

The property has contributed its own part of US gambling history. Planning for a racetrack up in Chester can be traced all the way back to 1937 and was to be called Waterford Downs. While the public offering was approved in 1939, but because of several unfortunate events (including World War II), it was delayed until 1948.

Opening day for the racetrack known as Waterford Park wouldn’t occur until 1951.

James F. Edwards bought the track in the mid-1950s and in 1969, Ogden Corporation bought Edwards’ holdings.

In 2019, the casino was sold to Century Casinos and Vici Properties, with Century taking the operating business and Vici taking the land and buildings while entering a leasing agreement with Century.

Now that you know a little background on the casino, let’s look at what this jewel in New Cumberland has to offer.

Casino Games Offered

Mountaineer Casino offers approximately 1,000 slot machines among 78,000 square feet of gaming space. The casino also offers smoking and non-smoking sections, so you don’t have to worry about giving up your seat if you are a smoker.

The casino also offers high-stakes slot areas that feature bets of $10, $25, and up to $100.

Mountaineer also offers the standard table games like Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Let it Ride, Three Card Poker, Four Card Poker, the works. You name it, Mountaineer is sure to have it. Also offered is Texas Holdem for real money, so if you’re into some live poker action, Mountaineer will provide.

And like many casinos these days, Mountaineer also operates the William Hill Sportsbook where you can bet on your favorite sporting events. Bets offered include futures, parlays, straight bets, round robins, teasers, etc.

The most popular sports featured include football, baseball, basketball, hockey, MMA, NASCAR, and more. The sportsbook’s hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m., and from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Dining Options

Within the casino’s walls are three outstanding restaurants and one sports bar. So whether you’re in the mood for fine dining or if you’re just looking to chill and watch the latest sporting event, Mountaineer Casino’s dining options have you covered.

If you’re looking for something more laid back and quick, then try Big Al’s, located right near the gaming floor. Big Al’s offers deli-style sandwiches and whole pies of pizza plus homemade ice cream and fresh-baked dessert. You can eat in or if you choose, order to go.

Gatsby Restaurant At Mountaineer Casino

They’re open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.

The most upscale dining option Mountaineer offers is LBV Steak & Pasta, which offers top-of-the-line service and cuisine along with world-class alcoholic beverage options. Their motto is “The Good Life,” so you know you’re up for a terrific night out here. Just be sure to dress at least casually, as there is a code.

The hours of operation are from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

Looking for something formal yet relaxed? Then Gatsby Restaurant & Buffet is your best option.

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Especially if you’re looking for homemade-style comfort foods. Gatsby is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with breakfast served from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Do you want a background perhaps to bet on sports and watch a game or to enjoy some pub-style classics? Well, the Mahogany Sports Bar is exactly what you’re looking for. They also serve some of the best local craft beers in the Ohio Valley with favorites on tap.

The bar is open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the menu options open until 9 p.m.

Hotel Accommodations

For a place located out in the middle of nowhere other than the nearby towns of Weirton, West Virginia, and Steubenville, Ohio, Mountaineer literally has it all. Let’s take a look at the rooming options at the Mountaineer resort hotel.

First off, your lodging options are off the charts here, with rooms like the Tower Suite, Tower King, Tower Queen, or the Lodge King.

If you’re looking for something of grandeur, the 760 square foot Tower Suite is your option, complete with a living room and refrigerators, you’d think you just walked into a high-end apartment.

The Tower King and Tower Queen offer a similar layout to the Tower Suite without the living room. The real difference here is that the Tower Queen offers two beds and 390 square feet whereas the Tower King offers just one and 264 square feet.

The Lodge King and Double Lodge Queen are located in the original section of the hotel and each is just a short walk to the casino. If you’re looking for convenience, these are solid options.

Popular amenities at the resort include the Woodview Golf Course, a Spa located within the hotel, a gift shop, and a fitness center, among others. Shuttle services are also provided as well as free and convenient parking.

Entertainment

Mountaineer isn’t just a racetrack and casino; it’s also the one-stop-shop for entertainment in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia and perhaps the surrounding area.

If you’re looking for the biggest and best entertainment acts at Mountaineer, the Harv has you covered. Year-round, it offers a strong variety of acts, so regardless of what your musical preference is, it has you covered.

Planning your next wedding or convention? Then check out the Ballroom, which offers 13,000 square feet of real estate. You can find entertainment here as well with live tribute bands and similar acts.

Other great options include Lucky’s Lounge, LBV Entertainment, and Mahogany Entertainment. At the time of this writing, events at the latter three are suspended but be sure to check the website regularly as sure enough, entertainment shall return.

Horse Racing

Of course, Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, and Resort started off as a racetrack and you probably discovered from the title that it continues to hold true to its roots. So, let’s talk about horse racing.

You can also bet on or off-track, so if you’re not up close and in on the action, don’t worry. You can

watch the races on the big screens in the casino while placing your bets in the designated off-track betting areas.

Nearby Attractions

So, if you’re looking to take a day off from casino gaming and are in the area for a few days, what’s there to do?

Well, if you’re a hiker, I have good news for you, as Tomlinson Run State Park is just around the corner as is the Panhandle Trail, with the latter located just off the Harmon Creek exit in nearby Weirton.

Come catch some breathtaking scenery of the Ohio Valley and explore the same region as our nation’s forefathers while of course, getting in some much-needed exercise.

If you’re into traveling, then the city of Pittsburgh is always worth the visit. From the majestic way the city’s historic skyline pops into few while exiting the Fort Pitt Tunnels, you know the Steel City has much to offer where the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela Valleys meet.

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From sporting events to historic museums, science centers, cultural sectors, and more, one of America’s fastest-growing and revitalizing cities is just around the corner from Mountaineer.

And don’t forget to check out other local land based casinos such as Rivers (downtown Pittsburgh, located on the North Shore) to the Meadows (Washington County).

Gatsby Restaurant Mountaineer Casino

Local lore suggests the Ohio Valley and its surrounding area is nothing but a wasteland that evaporated when the steel industry left. Don’t believe it for a second. Instead, the closing doors of the local steel mills opened the doors to a new, more prosperous era.

And the attractions surrounding Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, and Resort prove that point tenfold.

Conclusion

Yeah, it’s far out given the fact a tiny town like New Cumberland boasts such a hot location like Mountaineer. But hey, Everytown, USA has its crown jewel, and New Cumberland’s is the Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack, and Resort.

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So, if you’re traveling by either to Pittsburgh, north to Cleveland, or west toward Columbus, be sure to make a stop at Mountaineer if you’re looking for a good time to hold you over until the next leg of your trip.

And if you’re local, come make the trip to the tip of West Virginia’s northern panhandle. Mountaineer is definitely rocking and you can make the bet that its best days, and the Upper Ohio Valley’s best days, are ahead.

Gatsby Restaurant At Mountaineer Casino

Have you been to Mountaineer or explored some of the local attractions? If so, how did you like the area? Let us know in the comments.